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Crispy Chinese Honey Garlic Chicken

Crispy Chinese Honey Garlic Chicken You Can’t Resist

Crispy Chinese Honey Garlic Chicken is a delectable dish combining garlic and honey, perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Easy Dinners
Cuisine Chinese
Servings 4 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Shallow bowl
  • saucepan

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup cornstarch for coating
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 large eggs for binding
  • 2 tablespoons water to thin egg wash

For the Honey Garlic Sauce

  • 1 cup honey for sweetness
  • ½ cup soy sauce for umami flavor
  • ¼ cup ketchup for tanginess
  • ¼ cup hoisin sauce for richness
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger minced
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar for acidity
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil for nuttiness

For Garnish

  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds for crunch
  • 2 tablespoons green onions chopped

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Cut the boneless, skinless chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces.
  • Combine 1 cup of cornstarch, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of pepper in a shallow bowl.
  • In another bowl, whisk together 2 eggs and 2 tablespoons of water until smooth.
  • Dip first in the cornstarch mixture, then in the egg wash, and again in the cornstarch mixture.
  • Arrange the coated chicken pieces on the baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway.
  • In a saucepan, combine honey, soy sauce, ketchup, hoisin sauce, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Heat until thickened.
  • Remove baked chicken and toss in the honey garlic sauce until evenly coated.
  • Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge. For freezing, cool completely and transfer to a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 18gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg
Keyword chicken, Crispy Chinese Honey Garlic Chicken, dinner, easy recipes, Garlic Sauce, honey sauce
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